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November 2, 2023 Pile Burning Update
Lolo National Forest Prescribed Fire Operations
Publication Type: Announcement 11/03/2023
Pile burning efforts will continue today on the Missoula and Superior Ranger Districts to reduce hazardous fuels from previous vegetation management operations.
Missoula Ranger District: Firefighters will burn 17 acres of piles by hand east of Marshall Mountain Ski Resort. Smoke may be visible from I-90 along East Missoula.
Superior Ranger District: Firefighters will initiate up to 10 acres of pile burning 4 miles northeast of Superior. Smoke may be visible from Interstate 90 and Superior.
Pile burning is only implemented under the right conditions. Favorable conditions include correct temperature, wind, fuel moisture and ventilation for smoke. When these criteria are met, firefighters implement, monitor, and patrol each burn to ensure it meets forest health and public safety goals including air quality.